The South African National Parks (SANParks) invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for a range of employment opportunities within the Kruger National Park. These vacancies are available across multiple camps and departments, including driving, administration, reception, and camp support services. Positions are offered on fixed-term and temporary contracts, with some roles linked to school holiday periods and others available for specific contract durations.
These opportunities are open to individuals who meet the required qualifications, skills, and experience relevant to each post. Successful applicants will be responsible for carrying out duties aligned with operational needs at various rest camps and offices, supporting daily park functions and service delivery to visitors and staff. Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the specific requirements and responsibilities for each position before submitting their applications.
Available Positions – Kruger National Park (SANParks)
- 1X Fixed Term Contract Camp Driver – Olifants Rest Camp (6 Months Contract)
- Admin Clerk – Phalaborwa Gate (Finance Office)
- 5X Receptionists – Temporary School Holiday Contracts (Mopani, Shingwedzi, Letaba and Olifants Camps)
- 1X Fixed Term Contract Hut Attendant – Talamati Bush Camp (Until 30 June 2026)
- 1X Fixed Term Contract Hut Attendant – Malelane Rest Camp (Until 31 May 2026)
- 18X Hut Attendants – Temporary School Holiday Contracts (Mopani, Shingwedzi, Letaba and Olifants Rest Camps)
Applications must include a detailed Curriculum Vitae and recently certified copies of all relevant qualifications. Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants who do not receive feedback within 14 days after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful. SANParks is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right not to make an appointment.
VACANCY: 1X FTC CAMP DRIVER
Olifants Rest Camp
Paterson Grading: FT-B2
Nxanatseni Region – Kruger National Park
Contract Duration: 6 Months
Closing Date: 26 February 2026
Applications are invited for suitably qualified persons to fill the above-mentioned vacant position in the Nxanatseni Region of the Kruger National Park at Olifants Rest Camp. The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:
Key Performance Areas
- Drive camp vehicle and complete daily trip sheets
- Transport equipment, goods, passengers and staff to medical facilities outside the park
- Take responsibility for goods from loading to delivery point
- Collect and deliver the camp’s linen
- Assist with general camp duties when not driving
- Collect refuse from camp and living quarters to dumping site
- Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report defects or accidents
- Complete monthly vehicle log sheets
- Assist with other ad hoc tasks as required by Supervisor / Management
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 certificate
- Code 10 (C) Driver’s licence with valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP)
- Minimum three (3) years driving experience
- Literate in English (read and write)
- Understanding of conservation and environmental issues
- Good communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure
Applications to be sent to:
Kruger National Park
Human Capital Division
Att: Human Capital Phalaborwa Office
Private Bag X1021
Phalaborwa, 1390
Tel: 013 735 3524
Email: jobapplications8@sanparks.org
Submit application, detailed CV and recently certified copies of qualifications.
SANParks is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right not to make an appointment.
VACANCY: ADMIN CLERK
Paterson Grading B3
Phalaborwa Gate – Finance Office
Kruger National Park
Closing Date: 26 February 2026
The Finance Department at the Phalaborwa Office seeks to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced person to take up the position of Admin Clerk. The successful candidate will be expected to stay outside the Park.
Key Performance Areas
- Checking, consolidating and submitting monthly payroll documents (overtime, standby, temporary employees etc.)
- Processing employee expenses (S&T, sundry expenses and kilometre claims)
- Generate and process debtors transactions
- Update housing list monthly
- Submit monthly water and electricity readings
- Process creditors transactions
- Prepare monthly fuel stock reconciliations
- Perform asset management for the subdivision
- Receive, sort and distribute incoming and outgoing mail
- Order office supplies
- Assist with receiving ordered goods and submit invoices for payment
- Compile monthly vehicle log sheets
- Compile attendance registers
- Filing of documents
Requirements
- Grade 12
- National Diploma in Financial Management / Accounting
- Experience with Great Plains Financial System (advantage)
- Computer literacy (Microsoft Office)
- Knowledge of BCEA, PFMA and SANParks policies
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Ability to work with minimum supervision
Applications to be sent to:
Kruger National Park
Human Capital Division
Attention: Mixo Mashaba
Private Bag X402
Skukuza, 1350
Tel: (013) 735 3524
Email: jobapplications@sanparks.org
Quote ADMIN CLERK – PHALABORWA GATE on your cover letter.
Applications not responded to within 14 days of closing date must be considered unsuccessful.
Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA.
SANParks is an equal opportunity employer.
VACANCY: 5X RECEPTIONISTS
1x Mopani | 1x Shingwedzi | 1x Letaba | 2x Olifants Camps
Kruger National Park
Temporary Contract – School Holidays
Contract Periods
20 March – 03 May 2026
12 June – 31 August 2026
23 September – 06 October 2026
11 December 2026 – 16 January 2027
Closing Date: 26 February 2026
Reporting to the Receptionist Supervisor, duties include:
Key Performance Areas
- Handle telephone calls and enquiries
- Welcome guests and process reservations (check-in and check-out)
- Process additional guest charges
- Collect and process outstanding payments
- Inform guests about camp facilities and promote activities
- Assist with reservation changes and requests
- Handle guest complaints efficiently
- Perform general reception administration
- Follow company dress code and protocol
Requirements
- National Diploma in Tourism Management or equivalent
- Good telephone and administration skills
- Computer literacy (MS Word and Excel)
- Room seeker knowledge (advantage)
- Previous front office experience
- Proficiency in English
Applications to be sent to:
Human Capital Management
Phalaborwa Office
Private Bag X402
Skukuza, 1350
Tel: (013) 735 4261
Email: jobapplications8@sanparks.org
Quote RECEPTIONIST – NXANATSENI CAMPS in subject line and cover letter.
Applications may also be hand delivered at Pafuri Gate, Punda Maria Gate or Phalaborwa Gate.
Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA.
VACANCY: 1X FTC HUT ATTENDANT
Talamati Bush Camp – Kruger National Park
Fixed Term Until 30 June 2026
Closing Date: 26 February 2026
Key Performance Areas
- Cleaning chalets, ablution facilities and surrounding areas
- Control inventory items
- Report equipment and maintenance faults
- Assist with collection of supplies
- Assist with general camp duties
- Laundry and linen room duties
- Other tasks as directed
Requirements
- Grade 12
- Housekeeping and hygiene skills
- Knowledge of workplace health and safety
- Communication skills (English)
- Knowledge of tools and handling
Applications to be sent to:
Human Capital Management
Private Bag X402
Skukuza, 1350
Tel: 013 735 4261
Or hand deliver to Human Capital Offices in Skukuza
VACANCY: 1X FTC HUT ATTENDANT
Malelane Rest Camp – Kruger National Park
Fixed Term Until 31 May 2026
Closing Date: 26 February 2026
Key Performance Areas
- Cleaning chalets, ablution facilities and surrounding areas
- Control inventory items
- Report equipment and maintenance faults
- Assist with collection of supplies
- Assist with general camp duties
- Laundry and linen room duties
- Other tasks as directed
Requirements
- Grade 12
- Housekeeping and hygiene skills
- Knowledge of workplace health and safety
- Communication skills (English)
- Knowledge of tools and handling
Applications to be sent to:
Human Capital Management
Private Bag X402
Skukuza, 1350
Tel: 013 735 4261
Or hand deliver to Human Capital Offices in Skukuza
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VACANCY: 18X HUT ATTENDANTS
Nxanatseni Region – Kruger National Park
7x Mopani | 3x Shingwedzi | 4x Letaba | 4x Olifants
Temporary Contract – School Holidays
Contract Periods
20 March – 03 May 2026
12 June – 31 August 2026
23 September – 06 October 2026
11 December 2026 – 16 January 2027
Closing Date: 26 February 2026
Key Performance Areas
- Cleaning chalets, ablution facilities and surrounding areas
- Control inventory
- Report faults and maintenance issues
- Assist with supplies collection
- Assist with general camp work
- Laundry duties
Requirements
- Grade 12
- Housekeeping and hygiene skills
- Knowledge of workplace health and safety
- Communication skills (English)
- Supervisory skills (advantage)
- Knowledge of tools and handling
Applications to be sent to:
Human Capital Management
Phalaborwa Office
Private Bag X402
Skukuza, 1350
Tel: 013 735 3524
Or hand deliver to Pafuri Gate, Punda Maria Gate or Phalaborwa Gate.
Important Information (Applies to All Positions)
- Submit detailed CV and certified copies of qualifications
- Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA
- If no response within 14 days after closing date, consider application unsuccessful
- SANParks is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right not to make an appointment